Helicopter models to charter in Canada
Door-to-door hops, pilgrimages, events and city transfers.
- Models on charter
- 34
- Aircraft
- 1,393
- Operators
- 157
- Per hour
- C$2.2k to C$6.6k
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What is a helicopter?
A charter helicopter carries 3 to 6 passengers on most trips and flies point to point from helipads, hotels, estates and event sites, so it saves the drive to and from an airport. Light single-engine models such as the Airbus H125 and Robinson R44 fly sightseeing and short transfers; twin-engine models such as the Airbus H145 and Leonardo AW109 and AW139 fly city, offshore and VIP trips.
Helicopters fly lower and slower than planes, so they suit trips under about two hours. Weather, daylight and landing permission count for more than on a jet trip, and we confirm each landing site with the operator.
- Seats
- 3 to 6
- Non-stop range
- 250 to 350 nm
- Per flight hour
- C$2.2k to C$6.6k
- On charter in Canada
- 1,393 aircraft, 34 models
Every helicopter on charter in Canada
34 models, most chartered first. The bar under each shows its range against the longest-legged helicopter here; figures are the manufacturers' published specifications.
499 on charterAirbus H125 / AS350 Ecureuil
181 on charterBell 206 JetRanger
118 on charterBell 212
108 on charterBell 206L LongRanger
100 on charterRobinson R44
73 on charterBell 407
41 on charterBell 204 / 205 / 210 (Huey)
Full specifications on the model page
27 on charterBell 412
27 on charterRobinson R22
22 on charterMD 500 / 530 (Hughes 369)
20 on charterSikorsky S-76
18 on charterAirbus H130 / EC130
17 on charterAirbus AS332 Super Puma
15 on charterAirbus AS355 Twin Squirrel
15 on charterMBB / Kawasaki BK117
13 on charterAirbus H135 / EC135
11 on charterAirbus AS365 Dauphin
Full specifications on the model page
11 on charterSikorsky S-92
10 on charterRobinson R66
10 on charterSikorsky S-61
Full specifications on the model page
10 on charterAirbus EC120 Colibri
7 on charterLeonardo AW169
7 on charterBell 505 Jet Ranger X
6 on charterBell 429
6 on charterLeonardo AW119 Koala
3 on charterLeonardo AW139
3 on charterMD 902 Explorer
3 on charterMBB Bo 105
3 on charterBell 214
Full specifications on the model page
3 on charterSchweizer 300
2 on charterBell 427
2 on charterBell 430
Full specifications on the model page
1 on charterLeonardo AW109 (A109 Power / Grand / GrandNew)
1 on charterAirbus H160
What it is like inside a helicopter
- Twin engineDepends on the aircraftAsked for over cities and water by many operators and rules
- BaggageDepends on the aircraftSoft bags only on light models
- Air conditioningDepends on the aircraftOn most twins, some singles
- LavatoryNot usuallyNot on most charter helicopters
Every cabin is fitted out by its owner, so we confirm seats, beds and Wi-Fi for the actual aircraft on your quote.
Where a helicopter takes you non-stop from Canada
Popular routes within the range of most helicopter models on charter here. Flight time is at long-range cruise; the price is flight time at C$2.2k to C$6.6k an hour.
- Montreal to New York278 nm2h 28mC$6k to C$16k
- Toronto to Montreal274 nm2h 26mC$5k to C$16k
- Toronto to Ottawa196 nm1h 50mC$4k to C$12k
One way, flight time only: the quote adds positioning, airport charges and GST or HST where it applies, and airport fees. Headwinds or a full cabin can add a fuel stop on the longest routes.
Is a helicopter right for your trip?
1 to 3 people, sightseeing and short hops: a light single-engine helicopter.
City, VIP or over-water flights: a twin-engine helicopter.
More than 6 people or more than about 2 hours: a turboprop or jet can cost less.
per flight hour for the whole aircraft
- Flight time, at the hourly rate above
- Positioning, when the aircraft is based elsewhere
- Crew overnights, on trips of more than a day
- Airport, parking and handling charges
- GST or HST where it applies, and airport fees
Helicopters operators in Canada
Compare helicopters side by side
Range, speed, cabin, seats and price from checked sources.
Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistHow much does it cost to charter a helicopter in Canada?+
About C$2.2k to C$6.6k per flight hour, before GST or HST where it applies, and airport fees, positioning and airport charges.
How many helicopters are available to charter in Canada?+
1,393 aircraft across 34 models with 157 operators.
How many people fit in a helicopter?+
Typically 3 to 6.
How far can a helicopter fly?+
250 to 350 nm non-stop, depending on passengers and winds.
Single or twin engine: which helicopter do I need?+
A single costs less and suits sightseeing and short hops. A twin adds a second engine, more room and, in many places, the right to fly over cities or water. Operators and local rules decide; we say which on the quote.
Can a helicopter land anywhere?+
No. It needs a licensed helipad or a site the operator has cleared with the owner and the authorities. We check the landing site before we confirm.
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